Best Schools in Pontotoc, Mississippi
9 schools · 3 Elementary · 3 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Pontotoc by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
D T Cox Elementary School
Elementary · Pontotoc City Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
South Pontotoc Elementary School
Elementary · Pontotoc Co School Dist. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Ivy Greene Academy
Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Pontotoc for 2026 are D T Cox Elementary School (7.5/10), South Pontotoc Elementary School (7.0/10), and Ivy Greene Academy (6.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
9
8 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$138,750
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
9
8 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$138,750
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +31.2 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Pontotoc schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Pontotoc
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | D T Cox Elementary School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 2 | South Pontotoc Elementary School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Ivy Greene Academy | 6.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Pontotoc High School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Pontotoc Middle School | 5.3 / 10 |
| 6 | Pontotoc Junior High School | 5.0 / 10 |
| 7 | South Pontotoc Middle School | 4.7 / 10 |
| 8 | South Pontotoc High School | 4.6 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.9/10
- Median household income
- $52,049
- Median home value
- $138,750
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 21%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 71%
22% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Pontotoc compares
Mississippi rank
#83 of 120
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.4
below Mississippi avg (6.3)
Median household income
$52k
100% of Mississippi median
Schools in this city
9
About Schools in Pontotoc, Mississippi
Pontotoc, Mississippi is home to 9 schools, including 8 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.9 out of 10, schools in Pontotoc show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Pontotoc is D T Cox Elementary School with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Pontotoc is served by 2 school districts: PONTOTOC CO SCHOOL DIST, PONTOTOC CITY SCHOOLS. These districts collectively serve 5,837 students.
Pontotoc's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $52,049. The poverty rate in the area is 17.8%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 332 students · 3rd–4th | 7.5 |
| 2 | 797 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.0 |
| 3 | 630 students · Pre-K–2nd | 6.7 |
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 326 students · 5th–6th | 5.3 |
| 2 | 355 students · 7th–8th | 5.0 |
| 3 | 388 students · 6th–8th | 4.7 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 713 students · 9th–12th | 6.0 |
| 2 | 447 students · 9th–12th | 4.6 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ivy Greene Academy
Private
34 students · UG–UG | 6.1 |
Schools in Pontotoc
Pontotoc, Mississippi · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$52,049
Median Home Value
$138,750
Median Rent
$866/mo
Population
23,549
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
71%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
17.8%
Community Profile
Pontotoc has a median household income of $52,049. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $138,750, with a median rent of $866/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.8%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Mississippi
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 2
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Pontotoc, Mississippi
How many schools are in Pontotoc, Mississippi?
Pontotoc has 9 schools, including 8 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Pontotoc, Mississippi?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Pontotoc is 5.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Pontotoc, Mississippi?
The top-ranked school in Pontotoc on MySchoolScout is D T Cox Elementary School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Pontotoc, Mississippi?
The top-ranked elementary school in Pontotoc on MySchoolScout is D T Cox Elementary School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Pontotoc, Mississippi?
The top-ranked middle school in Pontotoc on MySchoolScout is Pontotoc Middle School with a composite score of 5.3/10.
What is the best high school in Pontotoc, Mississippi?
The top-ranked high school in Pontotoc on MySchoolScout is Pontotoc High School with a composite score of 6.0/10.
How many school districts serve Pontotoc, Mississippi?
Pontotoc is served by 2 school districts: Pontotoc Co School Dist, Pontotoc City Schools.
What is the education level in Pontotoc, Mississippi?
According to Census data, 21% of adults in Pontotoc have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Pontotoc, Mississippi?
The median household income in Pontotoc is approximately $52,049 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Pontotoc, Mississippi?
Yes, Pontotoc has 1 private school alongside 8 public schools. The top-rated private school is Ivy Greene Academy with a score of 6.1/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Pontotoc, Mississippi?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Pontotoc is 12.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Pontotoc, Mississippi?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Mississippi Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.